Cochrane District Services Board > Timmins >

Ontario Works

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500 Algonquin Blvd E
Timmins, ON
P4N 1B7
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705-268-7722
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Toll-Free: 1-877-259-7722
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Fax: 705-268-8290
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webinquiries@cdsb.care
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cdsb.care/
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:15pm
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Summer hours: Mon-Fri 8am-3:45pm (Jul-Aug)

Application

See each division for specific applications

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements

Fees

Free

Executives

Brian Marks - Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works

Languages

English ; French

Language Note

French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request

Area(s) Served

Timmins

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs

Basic financial assistance (Ontario Works)
  • short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing
  • offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits

Employment assistance
  • helps people become and stay employed
  • provides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation
  • assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
Last updated: Jun 25, 2025: Suggest an edit
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